Canberra Raiders NRL News

Experts write off Raiders but young players bring energy and pace in surprising 30-8 win over Warriors.

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As night follows day, at the start of the season so-called pundits write off the chances of the Raiders to make an impression on the premiership.

The Raiders' 30-8 win over the Warriors in Las Vegas may have surprised the experts outside Canberra, but inside the 'Canberra bubble' expectations have been high with the emergence of a number of young players blooded in first grade over the past 12 months.

The element of youth brings with it enthusiasm, energy and pace, mixed with plenty of 50/50 plays, and this was on display in the victory over the Warriors as the Raiders built their game...

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Pundits called Raiders' win over Broncos an ambush, with lesser-known players outplaying big-name opponents.

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The pundits have described the Raiders' 32-22 victory over the Brisbane Broncos as an ambush in the nation's capital.

In other words, the big-name Broncos players touted as capable of carrying Brisbane to the premiership this year came up against a team with players of a lesser profile and left Canberra Stadium empty handed after being completely outplayed.

The Raiders were also without Joe Tapine and Xavier Savage, who were instrumental in the Raiders' first round victory over the Warriors in Las Vegas.

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Potential loss of veteran halfback Jamal Fogarty in 2026 is concerning for Canberra fans, re-signing may happen soon.

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The mere suggestion of a Raiders roster in 2026 without veteran halfback Jamal Fogarty is enough to send a shudder up the spine of every Canberra fan.

The Raiders have an option to re-sign Fogarty for 2026, but they need to activate that clause before Round 6 - that's two weeks away.

Fogarty has proven to be crucial in guiding a young Raiders outfit around the park with a kicking game on par with the top number sevens in the premiership.

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